CPSCAugust 21, 2012consumer

LG Electronics and Sears Recall Gas Dryers For Repair Due to Fire Hazard

Official recall recorded by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Recalled product: LG Electronics and Sears Recall Gas Dryers For Repair Due to Fire Hazard

The hazard

The gas valve in the recalled dryers can fail to shut off properly, continuing to heat the dryer and its contents after the drying cycle is complete. High temperatures inside and on the exterior surface of the dryers can scorch the drum, as well as burn or damage the dryer contents, posing a risk of burn, fire and smoke inhalation.

What to do

Consumers should turn off the gas supply and stop using the dryers until repaired. LG brand owners who purchased their dryer at retailers other than Sears should contact LG customer service to arrange for a free gas valve replacement. Customers who purchased Kenmore or LG brand dryers from Sears should contact Transform for Kenmore branded products to schedule a free repair to replace the gas valve. Some consumers have already been notified and have received the repair service.

Brands named

lg electronics

UPCs

90512900796905189007969102290079691028900796910299007969219290079692198900796
Read the official CPSC notice →

Recall history

Other federal recalls tied to the same brand — a factual pattern, straight from the source data.

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